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About this quote

What does it mean?
Storytellers provide enduring wisdom and humor that transcend time, similar to true art.
In plain terms
Fables give us wisdom and humor that last forever.
What can you take from it?
Value storytelling for its lasting wisdom.

Where it applies

  • education
  • media production
  • cultural preservation

Putting it to work

  • preserve old stories
  • create timeless content
  • teach through narrative

Questions to consider

  • What stories have lasted for you?
  • Does your story teach something?

Another view

Not all fables contain wisdom; some can perpetuate outdated or harmful ideas.

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